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Kyra West

Kyra West, LCSW

Florida

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Mood Concerns

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Credentials check

Credentials
LCSW
Licensed in Florida
LCSW, licence SW26469
NPI
1043998933
Experience
8 years
Languages
English
Location
Florida

These details come from information Kyra supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.

AAbout

  • Stress and anxiety
  • Depression support
  • ADHD related help

About Kyra

Kyra West is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida with eight years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, self‑esteem concerns, compassion fatigue, and ADHD. Kyra frames her work around practical goals people bring from home, work, and relationships.

She helps people talk through everyday pressures like workplace stress, relationship friction, and difficult life transitions. Sessions often include concrete steps for managing anxiety, improving sleep, and organizing attention so daily tasks feel less overwhelming. Kyra also addresses deeper feelings such as guilt, shame, emptiness, and issues tied to abandonment or jealousy.

Her background includes crisis intervention and support around end‑of‑life concerns and veteran and armed forces issues. Over the past eight years she has worked with people facing mood disorders, panic attacks, and concerns related to narcissistic or antisocial behavior in others. She uses evidence‑based therapeutic techniques to guide the work.

In-session, Kyra focuses on clear communication and practical problem solving. Clients can expect goal setting, skills practice, and discussions about boundaries and control when those come up. The work is collaborative and oriented toward changes that fit a person’s daily schedule and responsibilities.

She offers services in English from Florida. If you are deciding whether to begin, consider the kinds of stress or mood concerns listed here and the practical support you want. Follow the site's steps to view online therapy options and schedule an initial meeting.

BHow sessions work

Approach and how online sessions work

Kyra uses evidence‑based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on changing thoughts and behaviors that keep anxiety and depression active; it often includes practical exercises and homework to try between meetings. Motivational Interviewing centers on the client’s own goals and values, helping people resolve mixed feelings about change and build motivation in a stepwise way. Trauma‑informed care means the clinician pays attention to how past trauma affects current reactions and adjusts pacing and supports accordingly.

Choosing the right method is part of the work. She will collaborate with each client to decide which approaches fit their needs, goals, and daily life. That choice can change over time as progress is made or new priorities emerge.

Session logistics should be confirmed before booking because formats are not specified in the biography. Ask about which online formats are offered and how they fit your schedule. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check‑ins when needed. If you want to proceed, use the site’s matching steps to see available online therapy options and schedule a first appointment.

CAreas of focus

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityBody imageCommunication problemsControl issuesEmptinessFamily problemsGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Experience

8+ years

Listed in

Florida

Languages

English

DQuestions

Frequently asked questions

What issues does she help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, self‑esteem, compassion fatigue, and ADHD, plus related concerns such as abandonment, body image, and panic attacks.

What is her therapeutic style?

She uses practical, evidence‑based techniques to set goals and teach skills. Sessions focus on communication, boundary work, and problem solving for daily life.

How much experience does she have?

She has eight years of clinical experience providing therapy and crisis intervention services.

Where is she licensed to practice?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers

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